Retreats
27 September - 4 October 2025, Evia, Greece
Join me for a week of yoga and relaxation on the ancient island of Evia with its traditions and history, its healing food, hiking paths and beautiful beaches.
I am looking forward to teaching at one of the very successful retreats managed by Katerina, Yogaloom's Director and long-time yoga colleague and buddy. Katerina is a local on the island and will share with us all its secrets. You can read the super positive reviews on Google to get an idea of the level of detail and care put into this.
Please email me if you are interested in attending this. It will be my usual teaching style every morning, combined with Katerina's years of expertise teaching both a gentle Yoga style and/or Pilates in the evening. Please email: emanuelayoga@gmail.com
Here is a taste of what I offer on retreat
"Emanuela was really knowledgeable and passionate about all things yoga and synergy between the body, mind and soul. Emanuela's tuition was very thorough, always explaining her rationale and able to give expert adjustments and tuition throughout class. Emanuela rekindled my enthusiasm for yoga and I left the retreat relaxed, refreshed, stronger and more knowledgeable than before. I would definitely recommend her classes and I would attend any future retreats under Emanuela's instruction. Thanks Emanuela for a wonderful week!"
Jo, October 2023 retreat
"I had the pleasure of a week with Emanuela and her guidance. This was a first time at a retreat and very new to Yoga. I was concerned that I would not manage the twice-daily sessions, but with support from Emanuela and her patience and calmness explaining every move thoroughly, and keeping me focused and adapting positions. I found some exercises challenging but in each session movement became easier, more fun and enjoyable! Now, I am home. I feel inspired to undertake yoga daily and have found that the breathing exercises have helped me enormously. This has certainly improved my lung capacity and flexibility."
Helen Crawford, September 2023 retreat
Despite our class comprising of practitioners of various ages, abilities and experience, Emanuela was attentive to, and catered to, the differing needs of each student.
Paul Deane, September 2023 retreat
A typical retreat with me includes two daily classes: a dynamic morning session exploring postures through breath-synchronised movements or Ashtanga Vinyasa; and a more restorative evening class that incorporates meditation practice. I also offer afternoon clinic-style sessions. I may provide Thai massage treatments at reduced rate, schedule permitting.
It is important to me that you feel comfortable and welcomed during your time away from home. A retreat is most effective when it provides an opportunity to relax and recharge, while also fostering an environment that encourages a shift in perspective, which can be hard to do in everyday life.
"I had the immense pleasure of a whole week of body and soul nourishment under Emanuela’s excellent guidance - a tuition that brought me to a yoga practice level that I hadn’t been at for years. She rekindled my passion for daily practice, helped our group of 11 limber up, slow down and settle into ourselves. It was such a welcome, nurturing break. For me taking 7+ days to make something a habit is a great idea. Like all busy people, I find myself putting off activities that are just for me, like yoga and exercising. I loved the feeling after our twice daily sessions, and also loved just feeling stronger and fitter in general.
Emanuela is an amazing teacher, very patient, calming, and welcoming to everyone, whether you are a first timer or have been practicing for years. She designed each daily practice to include rest when you need it, and more strenuous sessions when you need those too. The exercises were doable, but challenging. If I had tried to jump into 2 hours of yoga everyday by myself, there is no way I would have made it past Day 2.
Emanuela keep my wandering brain focused. Each day, I felt better than the previous. I would highly recommend practicing yoga with Emauela, if you’re a brand-new-to-yoga person or a more experienced daily yogi - she will tailor each session for you. A wonderful experience - thank you so much."
Grainne, July 2022
"I wanted to say a massive thank you for leading such wonderful yoga practices. I felt so lacking in energy before I arrived in Corfu, and in desperate need of some R&R, and self love, and I got everything I needed and so much more. It was just the best week and I absolutely loved your style of teaching and the way the classes built up to tell a story. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and kindness. I’ll be seeing you on the mat in no time."
Hannah Tovey, October 2021
"Thank you for an amazing retreat. It was an inspiring journey through different practices and thoughts, opening my mind to a new world of yoga. I feel inspired to continue exploring and moving. Emanuela stretched my body, mind and consciousness. She is such an inspirational teacher, knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic, with a unique ability to find you were you're at and challenge you just enough to give you a feeling of progression and a taste for more."
Kristin Rodland Buick, October 2019
